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      community Testosterone and Androgenetic Alopecia

      in Chat  9 upvotes 5 years ago
      How androgens, including testosterone, can cause hair follicles to miniaturize in people with sensitivity to androgens, and treatments such as finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, RU58841, or fluridil may be used in combination for long-term treatment.

      community Is regrowth on an androgen receptor blocker possible?

      in Chat  11 upvotes 2 years ago
      RU and Pyri block androgen receptors to prevent hair loss but may also hinder hair regrowth since they prevent testosterone, which can stimulate hair growth, from binding to these receptors. The user is questioning if this understanding is correct.

      community literally dht beef bruhhsmhmmhh😡😡😡😡😡😤

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  128 upvotes 1 year ago
      The conversation discusses using finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and testosterone to combat hair loss and block DHT, with some users expressing concerns about side effects and vegan options for medication. The discussion also touches on personal experiences with hormone treatments and the desire to maintain a youthful appearance.

      community Targeting multiple AGA mechanisms with commonly available substances

       4 upvotes 7 years ago
      The conversation discusses using a multimodal approach to treat androgenic alopecia, including substances like gamma-linolenic acid, DHA, sulforaphane, melatonin, cetirizine, astaxanthin, fisetin, apigenin, curcumin, limonene, genistein, and berberine. Users also mention using ketoconazole, minoxidil, and low-level laser therapy (LLLT) as part of their hair loss treatment regimens.

      community Pyrilutamide ,the molecule’s true nature

      in Research  302 upvotes 1 year ago
      Pyrilutamide is a selective AR antagonist with a high binding affinity, making it effective in competing with DHT for androgen receptors. The 1% concentration is more effective than the 0.5%, but the latter may suffice for mild hair loss; the drug is considered a good option for those avoiding 5AR blockers due to side effects.

      community Cheap topical anti-androgens recommendations?

      in Treatment  4 upvotes 6 months ago
      The conversation is about finding affordable topical anti-androgens for hair loss. The user is currently using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil, and is advised that additional topical treatments may not be necessary.
      FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      community FCE 28260: A Forgotten 5α-Reductase Inhibitor

      in Research  330 upvotes 1 year ago
      FCE 28260 (PNU 156765), an under-explored 5α-reductase inhibitor, showcases promising results in research by Giudici et al., outperforming well-known treatments like Finasteride in reducing the conversion of testosterone to DHT. Its superior efficacy, demonstrated through lower IC50 values in both natural and human recombinant enzyme studies, suggests it could offer more effective management of DHT-related conditions. Additionally, its lower molecular weight hints at better potential for topical application, potentially offering advantages in treating conditions such as androgenic alopecia. Despite its potential, it has not advanced in development, possibly due to financial limitations, leaving its therapeutic prospects and side effect profile largely unexplored.

      community Got some bloodwork done, horrifying results.

       10 upvotes 9 years ago
      The user is concerned about high DHT levels despite using finasteride and dutasteride for hair loss, suggesting these treatments may not be effective. They plan to consult an endocrinologist and consider other antiandrogens, acknowledging potential side effects.

      community Anyone here used spirolactone/cyproterone acetate/bicalutamide?

      in Chat  4 upvotes 9 months ago
      The conversation discusses the use of spironolactone, cyproterone acetate, and bicalutamide for hair loss, with concerns about side effects like gynecomastia and depression. Topical spironolactone is considered safe for men and effective when combined with regular treatments.

      community Blood test results and alternatives to oral finasteride

      in Treatment  7 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced erectile dysfunction from oral finasteride and is considering alternatives like topical high-dose finasteride, RU58841, topical Latanoprost, and oral Minoxidil. Blood tests showed changes in testosterone and DHT levels, and the endocrinologist advised stopping finasteride.

      community Does anyone use Fluridil as their anti-androgen of choice?

      in Chat  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      Fluridil, a non-steroidal anti-androgen approved for alopecia in parts of Europe, is noted for its low side effects but is not commonly discussed. The user is inquiring if anyone prefers it over other anti-androgens like Spiro or RU58841.

      community Pyrilutamide with Alfatradiol and minoxidil (23M)

      in Treatment  2 upvotes 7 months ago
      The user experienced side effects from a hair loss treatment and is considering using pyrilutamide, alfatradiol, and possibly minoxidil. They are unsure about starting minoxidil immediately or waiting to see the effects of the other treatments.

      community Female on DHT blockers, need some advice.

      in Research/Science  4 upvotes 8 months ago
      A female experiencing hair loss while on testosterone replacement therapy is using oral Minoxidil, Spironolactone, and finasteride, but still losing hair. Suggestions include switching to dutasteride, using topical anti-androgens, and reducing Nizoral shampoo use to prevent scalp dryness.

      community Losing hairs on aggressive treatment.

      in Transgender  2 upvotes 1 month ago
      The user is experiencing hair loss despite using estradiol, bicalutamide, dutasteride, and topical minoxidil. They stopped minoxidil temporarily, which worsened their condition, and are considering oral minoxidil but are concerned about side effects and cost.

      community Strategies for Treatment Resistant Androgenic Alopecia

      in Treatment  5 upvotes 2 months ago
      The conversation is about a person experiencing treatment-resistant androgenic alopecia despite using high doses of dutasteride and minoxidil, along with other treatments like microneedling and purilutamide. Suggestions include considering a hair transplant, checking medication authenticity, and exploring other treatments like RU58841 or topical estradiol.

      community Any other non-responders to most medications?

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  5 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has not seen results from various hair loss treatments including finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, and others over several years and is considering adding RU58841 and starting hormone replacement therapy. They are also experiencing anxiety and contemplating moving to a more accepting environment for their nonbinary identity.

      community EMA is re-examining Winlevi (clascoterone at lower concentration)

      in Treatment  8 upvotes 1 year ago
      Clascoterone in Winlevi, a topical AR antagonist, is being re-examined due to concerns about HPA axis suppression in adolescents, but it's unlikely to be banned for adult use in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). The European Medicines Agency recommended refusing Winlevi for acne vulgaris, but this may not affect Breezula's approval for AGA.

      community Attacking DHT synergistically both locally at the scalp and systemically = Greater Success??

      in Finasteride/Dutasteride  15 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user has been using oral Dutasteride, RU58841, and Minoxidil for three years without success and is considering adding topical Finasteride or Dutasteride to target DHT both locally and systemically. Other users suggest sticking to a consistent treatment plan, exploring different combinations, and considering other factors like potential misdiagnosis or inconsistent medication use.